[Idaho Community Foundation](https://www.idahocf.org)

June 15, 2026: Northern Region | June 15, 2026: Eastern Region | August 15, 2026: Southwestern Region | August 15, 2026: South Central Region

Maximum request: $25,000; typical awards range from $3,000–$8,000; grants are for one year.

Flexible general operating grants for Idaho nonprofits and public entities to address local community needs across four regional cycles.

--- ## Description The Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program, administered by the Idaho Community Foundation (ICF), is designed to address the evolving needs of Idaho communities by providing general operating support to nonprofits and public entities. Funded by donors who value community-driven philanthropy, the program distributes grants in four regional cycles—Northern, Eastern, Southwestern, and South Central Idaho. Grants may be used for a wide variety of organizational needs, including payroll, rent, supplies, capital improvements, and programmatic initiatives. The program emphasizes flexibility and trust, allowing recipients to allocate funds as needed to maximize impact in their communities. --- ## Due Dates - June 15, 2026: Northern Region full application deadline - June 15, 2026: Eastern Region full application deadline - August 15, 2026: Southwestern Region full application deadline - August 15, 2026: South Central Region full application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum request per application: $25,000 - Most grants awarded range from $3,000–$8,000 - Funding is for a one-year period - No final grant report is required, but stories, photos, or updates are welcome --- ## Eligibility - Open to 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charities under IRS Code Section 170 and governmental entities (including public schools) in Idaho - Applicants may apply for the region in which their office is located and/or any region where they serve residents - Eligible counties per region: - **Northern:** Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Clearwater, Idaho, Kootenai, Latah, Lewis, Nez Perce, Shoshone - **Eastern:** Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Bonneville, Butte, Caribou, Clark, Custer, Franklin, Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, Oneida, Power, Teton - **Southwestern:** Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, Washington - **South Central:** Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Elmore, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka, Twin Falls --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [ICF Grants Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) - Select the appropriate Forever Idaho grant cycle based on your region - Applicants should self-select their primary county and impact area (e.g., Arts & Culture, Community Benefit, Education, Environment, Health, Housing) - No final report is required, but recipients are encouraged to share stories or updates --- ## Additional Information - Organizations serving multiple counties may apply in more than one regional cycle if serving residents in those areas - The program is highly flexible—funds may be used for direct or indirect costs related to organizational operations or community projects - Regional Councils comprised of local community members review applications and recommend awards --- ## External Links - [Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.idahocf.org/docs/grants/Forever-Idaho-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - [Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program Information Page](https://www.idahocf.org/grants-scholarships.php#tab-forever-idaho) - [ICF Grants Portal (Apply)](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |-------------------------|------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [grants@idahocf.org](mailto:grants@idahocf.org) | | Technical Assistance | [ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org](mailto:ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org) | | Phone | 208-342-3535 | | Mailing Address | 210 W. State Street, Boise, ID 83702 | | Contact Page | [Contact ICF](https://www.idahocf.org/contact.php) | ---

Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program

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